My family members were some of my earliest critics, reading my manuscript before I ever even tried to get published. Ken, the world's most supportive husband, first read the prologue of the manuscript that would become my first novel, A Vow to Cherish, and deeply encouraged me. I'm not sure I would have continued without his affirming words. But he gave me the courage with his words: "This is … [Read more...]
Inspired by Scripture
We hope all of our American readers have had a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend. We are so grateful for YOU! This Sunday feature is brought to you by ClashEntertainment.com. You may sign up to receive a beautiful photo with scripture in your inbox each morning or view the verse each day online. … [Read more...]
4 Ways to Keep Christ at the Center of Christmas
I'm grateful to Pure Flix for contributing information and resources to help families and loved-ones better bond as they spend time together. To that end, they graciously supplied today's post. Be sure to scroll down for details on a Christmas giveaway offered by the authors of The Christmas Heirloom! -Becky With Thanksgiving behind us, the holiday season is officially in full swing. As … [Read more...]
When Fiction Takes On Real Life
I often wonder how Captain Roland Ward Jones and Elizabeth (Lizzie) Clouston—real people who lived in the 19th century—would feel knowing that their lives and love letters are the inspiration for a 21st century novel. Captain Roland Jones and Lizzie Clouston are the real life hero and heroine in With This Pledge who met and fell in love at Carnton in Franklin, Tennessee during the Civil War, … [Read more...]
The Final Judges
I had the honor and the privilege, recently, to serve as one of the final judges for a prestigious Christian book award. The judging criteria that I was given served as a great reminder to me of the qualities that I hope to include in my own novels. I’m nearing the final stages of my current work-in-progress, and it has been a great exercise for me as I edit my own novel to compare it to these … [Read more...]
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